Philippians 1:15. “Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will:”
PREACHING CHRIST. Some use the right words, for the wrong reasons, The motive behind their preaching is opposition. Some speak of Christ but misrepresent Him – There is opportunism that brings financial gain.
Others have been inspired by the faithfulness of the tested. Good will toward their generation is what prompts them. Their strong faith and assurance stir many hearts. They reach out preaching Christ in spite of the rivalry.
It is not my right, I guess, to criticize what others do – But when they appeal for money, I don’t think they are true Who preach that kind of message, so foreign to Christ’s message – Filling their own coffers with money to mark their passage.
I’ve watched some workers from afar and others who were near. They preached Christ with good will; from them you’d never hear The appeal for money of any kind, they would rather give – Passing on not only the Gospel, but much of what they have.
So when Christ is preached, we should consider what is the real motive Listen to the words and compare that with what is descriptive Of the Gospel message when passed on from hearts sincere And match the attitudes of men’s souls with what you really hear.
“O All-Knowing God: there are those who are making merchandise of the most needed message in the world. Thou dost know the reasons behind every Gospel message preached. Glorify Thy name and Thy Son in whatever way can be approved by Thee alone. I only look on the outward appearance; You look at the hearts. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”